How to become Car manufacturing worker
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You could do a college course, which would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need to get a trainee job.
Courses include:
- engineering
- design and technology
- manufacturing technology
- preparing for work in engineering and manufacturing
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could apply to do a Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship, with a car manufacturer.
This takes around one year to complete and is a mix of on-the-job training with learning in the classroom.
You could also train in battery production for the electric vehicle industry by doing a Battery Manufacturing Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
Car manufacturing companies run recruitment drives during busy periods. When this happens, you could apply directly for a job as a production worker.
Experience in manufacturing, vehicle fitting or maintenance would be useful though not essential.
Employers may ask for GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English and maths.
If you're taken on, the company will put you through training, and may offer you the chance to apply for an apprenticeship.